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<title>VCA Kennel Club Pet Blog</title><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/index.html</link><description>News and information about VCA Kennel Club Resort &#x26; Spa</description><dc:language>en</dc:language><language>en</language><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><dc:date>2019-01-10T10:53:45-08:00</dc:date><admin:generatorAgent rdf:resource="http://www.realmacsoftware.com/" />
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<lastBuildDate>Sun, 1 Apr 2012 08:26:02 -0700</lastBuildDate><item><title>Deposit Policy Update</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Information</category><dc:date>2019-01-10T10:53:45-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/a46691031333711a9f99c0c6843dc6ea-44.html#unique-entry-id-44</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/a46691031333711a9f99c0c6843dc6ea-44.html#unique-entry-id-44</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Our general rules about a $50 deposit remains the same.   However, when you book your pet into any of our Premium Accommodations, we will require a deposit equal to that accommodation's rate.   In the case where your pet might split their stay between accommodations (which can be common during holiday stays), we will require a deposit equal to the greatest rate for the stay.   For example, a stay split between the VIP Room and Garden Room requires a deposit equal to the VIP Room's rate.


Our cancellation policy remains the same: you must cancel by the cancellation date (usually a week before the holiday) to receive a refund of the deposit.   Any cancellations afterwards will forfeit the deposit paid.


If you have any questions, please contact us at (310)539-2201.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Professional Pet Portraits</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Events</category><dc:date>2018-09-08T17:42:39-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/pet-pix.html#unique-entry-id-43</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/pet-pix.html#unique-entry-id-43</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Don&rsquo;t worry if you think your furry friend won&rsquo;t sit still&ndash;Brooks understands and will work with them to capture the best shot.


Sitting fee is $34.95 and includes a single 8x10 or 2 5x7s of one pose.   Packages are also available.   Brooks even offers gift items like mugs and mouse pads.


Call us at (310)539-2201 for an appointment!   We have spots available from 2PM until 5PM.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>August News: Slight Price Increase&#x2c; SimpleGuard For Less&#x2c; Canine Influenza</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Information</category><dc:date>2018-08-01T18:15:05-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/august_update.html#unique-entry-id-42</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/august_update.html#unique-entry-id-42</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Our Premium Accommodations are now $55-$75 per day, while classic boarding rates are $34-39 depending on weight. ...  Day Care prices now are $20-$22, up $2 for our two categories.


Our salon prices are based on a breed list grouped by similar breeds (hair coat, size, etc.) 

...Perfect for summertime, we are now offering our 6-packs of SimpleGuard for about 20% less than our previous price.   Thanks to a change in pricing from our supplier, you can now get your pet protected from fleas and more for a little less. 


...As of today, we officially require all dogs to be fully vaccinated for canine influenza virus (CIV). ...  Most importantly, your dog is not fully protected until he or she has received two injections of the vaccine. 


...Remember to book those vacations early as August is the official summer vacation month for the South Bay.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Canine Influenza: A Real Threat To Your Canine Companion</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Information</category><category>Education</category><category>Pet Care</category><dc:date>2018-05-30T16:34:00-07:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/canine-influenza.html#unique-entry-id-41</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/canine-influenza.html#unique-entry-id-41</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[Currently, two strains of canine influenza virus have been identified in the United States: H3N8 and H3N2. ...  Since being detected in 2004,&nbsp;canine&nbsp;H3N8&nbsp;influenza has been identified in dogs in most of the U.S.&nbsp;  Canine H3N2 influenza was first identified in the United States in March 2015 following an outbreak of respiratory illness in dogs in the Chicago area. 

...Dogs in close contact with infected dogs in places such as kennels, groomers, day care facilities&nbsp;and shelters are at increased risk of infection.   The virus can remain viable (alive and able to infect) on surfaces for up to 48 hours, on clothing for 24 hours, and on hands for 12 hours. ...  Dogs are most contagious during the incubation period and shed the virus even though they are not showing clinical signs of illness.&nbsp;

...The vaccine is effective for one year after the second injection, at which time your dog will need to be re-vaccinated.


...We highly recommend that you begin the vaccination series early so that your dog is fully vaccinated by our August 1st requirement.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Pet Food Sleuthing: Dispelling Some Common Misconceptions About Pet Food</title><dc:creator>Brian Spradlin</dc:creator><category>Information</category><category>Education</category><dc:date>2018-02-21T07:09:35-08:00</dc:date><link>http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/92850c7fc75fea45429fe1f8f380767a-40.html#unique-entry-id-40</link><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.kennelclubresort.com/blog/index_files/92850c7fc75fea45429fe1f8f380767a-40.html#unique-entry-id-40</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[With pet food, by-products usually refer to meat products and are simply the parts of a slaughtered animal that humans do not generally use. 

...Ingredients are listed in order by weight *before* processing, so when a whole meat is listed first, it will drop on the list perhaps five-six places.


...A recent trend in pet food, especially dog food, is feeding a diet where the meat source is not cooked or processed much in advanced with the idea being that raw would be closer to eating what wolves eat in the wild. 

...We all want to feed our pets the very best and since eating organic seems to be healthier for people, it&rsquo;s easy to want that for your pet. ...  Furthermore, many organic diets use flax seed instead of marine plants and fish as a source of fatty acids.   Flax seed has precursors to the EPA and DHA that pets need, and not the full-fledged fatty acids marine plants and fish have.


...Just like human food, pet food manufacturers desperately want you to pick their brand and will use advertising buzzwords to help steer you towards their product. 

...When combined with our information here, it will give you a good background at making sense of pet food, helping you to make a well-informed decision.
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